Proof of printmaking

The book Proof is a superb showcase of some of the best examples of contemporary fine art printmaking in New Zealand today. With 166 works by 151 artists, Proof covers a huge breadth of printmaking processes from the more traditional woodcuts and etchings to those pushing the boundaries of print. With a foreword by Susanna Shadbolt, director of Aratoi, Masterton, brief essays on the history of PCANZ, including significant exhibitions, and a glossary of printmaking terms and techniques this book is a valuable resource for art students and teachers. We asked the council some questions: form, so it was important that the book was beautifully presented, a pleasure to handle, a book that enticed the reader into the world of printmaking. Proof is all we envisaged it to be.

It is a wonderful, must-have resource for the individual printmaker, schools, tertiary institutions and libraries and features an extensive range of printmaking techniques.

There seems to be a lot of books released recently about women and war.

This one is inspired by true events in the World War II and is set in a English country village.

Full of wonderful female characters, the story takes readers into the heart of village life as people try to cope with rationing, the shortage of food and clothes and the constant threat of air-raids.

When fashion designer Cressida Westcott loses everything in the blitz, she has no choice but to return to the family manor she fled years ago. Her niece Violet is happy to see her however, she doesn't get the same warm greeting from her nephew.

Cressida meets the local vicar’s daughter, who is planning to marry. She has found her mother’s wedding dress, but it needs a lot of work.

There’s fun, laughter, love and friendship. It’s a light, entertaining and charming read.

Linda Hall